Sexual Assualt

Comments (0)

Transcript of Sexual Assualt

Sexual HarassmentSexual AssaultRapeThe definition...Rape is:The unlawful compelling of a person through physical force or duress to have sexual intercourse.About...An act of physical and sexual violence done to gain power and control

80% of rapes involve non-physical force; just the verbal threat of injury or threat using a weapon -> submission

No bruises or physical injury -> no trace

71% of rapes are planned by trapping victim

11% of rapes are partially planned -> during burglaries

Most rapes happen in victims home

6/100 rapes are reported

80% of assailants are friends and family of the victim

60% of sexual abuse/assault victims are under the age of 17Types of rape:Marital rapeAcquaintance rapeStranger rapeGang rapeStatutory rapeSubmissive rapeDrug- facilitated rape

Marital/ Spousal Rape:spouse forces sex from partnercommonly found in marriages with abuseAcquaintance Rape:relationship between victim and assailant(s)friend, family member, class mate etc..Stranger rape:most accepted type of rapevictim does not know assailantusually in conjunction of another crime -> robbery, home break-inrandom act of violenceGang rape:group of assailants most misunderstand and under reported rape-> brutal and dehumanizingdehumanizing the victim by forcing he/she to participate in embarrassing sexual actsStatutory rape:having sex with someone who is considered a minorlacks "legal capacity" to consentSubmissive rape:unrecognized and lest talked about rapesvictims go into survival modeusually "mentally checks out" from fearvictim doesn't know the capabilities of the rapist (killing, harming, etc..)-> leads to nothing doneif it's with someone you know:their word against yoursmay have consented to sex before (ex boyfriend)rarely reported -> no one would believe themDrug- facilitated rape:when an assailant drugs the victim can happen anywhere -> typical clubs, house parties or restaurantscould be anyone -> friend, family, strangerrarely reported -> victim doesn't remember right away How to defend yourself:be aware of your surroundings at all timesdon't go anywhere suspicious alonecarry pepper spray, hairspray, anything for protectionscream, yell and try to defend yourselfif a man attacks you, hit them in their "soft spot"always follow your instincts -> it's better to assume your being followed then get attackedInteresting facts:A group of rapists and date rapists in prison were interviewed on what they look for in a potential victim and here are some interesting facts...IncestThe definition...Incest is:Sexual relations between people classed as being too closely related to marry each other.

The crime of having sexual intercourse with a parent, child, sibling, or grandchild.Why incest is rarely reported...The victim is convinced it's a normal thingVictim could be afraid of the outcome if they tell anyoneThe abuser could have threatened the victimThe victim could care for the abuserAfraid of how people will reactThe victim will be to blame; not the abuserCase StudySigns of Sexual AbuseThe definition... The act of forcing unwanted sexual activity by one person on another, as by the use of threats or coercion.Types of Sexual AbuseChild abuseTeenager abuseAdult abuse

There are many types of sexual abuse and most share the same signs and symptoms

General Signs of Sexual AbuseNOTE:Sexual Harassment at the WorkplaceSexual Assault vs Sexual HarassmentSexual assault involves touching without consent It is also most of a governmental termSexual harassment is a general term that includes inappropriate sexual comment or touching This is used in a workplace Sexual Assault is defined as an assault of a sexual nature that violates the sexual integrity of the victim.It is a general term used to cover a range of crimes, including:RapeStalking & Sexual HarassmentIncestAbuseSexual Assault for MalesSexual assault can also happen anywhere. One of the more common places is the workplace.

What to do to Discourage...Be professionalBe polite but not too friendlyDon’t give details of social and private lifeDon’t be alone with the personIf out to dinner make sure it’s known that it is business and not pleasureDon’t ask or take for favours because it will be asked in returnKeep conversations work relatedTell person about any discomforts and ask them to stop

Sexual Assault: What & Where?What to Do if They Don’t Stop Don’t accept harassment Make sure the harasser knows that you are uncomfortableIf it does not stop than write a letter to harasser stating that if the act does not stop legal action will occurReport to management (or union rep)Ask other co-workers to see if you are the only one or if they have seen the harassmentIf none of the above work go seek legal help

Statistics10% of women between the ages of 18-24 stated they have experienced sexual harassment.39% of reports were from their supervisor or manager.13% reports are from clientsFor every 100 harassment only 6 are reportedOlder aged women and men are less likely to receive sexual harassment

Sexual HarassmentChild Sexual AbuseSexual harassment is any unwanted and unwelcome behaviour about sex or gender that interferes with a person’s life and makes him/her feel uncomfortable. It is not the behaviour a person likes or wants from a peer.Some examples are:rude jokes, sexual remarks, spreading rumorssexual put downscat calls, rating appearance, whistlinginsults about sexual orientationbragging about sexual relationsany forced sexual contact (touching, patting, grabbing, kissing)

StalkingWhat is Child Abuse?Child abuse is an act, or failure to act on the part of a parent or caregiver that results in the death, serious, physical or emotional harm, sexual abuse, or exploitation of a child, which places the child on an imminent risk of serious harm

StalkingStalking is a form of criminal harassment that can lead to sexual assault. It can be experienced by both men and women and is used to frighten, threaten and control a victim. It is important to watch for signs that someone could be stalking you. If this is the case, the police should be notified.

1 in 4 girls and 1 in 6 boys is sexual abused by the age of 1810% are preschoolers85-90% of offenders know the child they abused35% involve family members50% get assaulted at home or the home of the offender

Canadian study 1998 states that 10% of maltreatment children were also children who were sexually abused80% of female prisoners were victims of child physical or sexual abuse21-36% of sexually abused children don’t show signs

LawThere is always a consequence to what you do:Sexual interference- imprisonment 10 years or lessSexual touching- imprisonment 10 years or lessIncest- 14 years or less

True or False GameCase StudyTrue or False?Men can be sexually assaulted.Sex crimes are crimes of passion or desire. When a woman says “no” she really means “maybe” or “yes”. Victims who have been sexually assaulted may be very calm and controlled.If a person willingly goes to someone’s room or house or goes to a bar, she/he assumes the risk of sexual assault. The perpetrator can’t be blamed for anything that happens. FalseUnless a child/person is brutally raped, there is usually not enough evidence to indicate the child/person was raped.

Usually bodies heal quickly, especially children's, so if not caught in time don't blame yourselfPhysical SignsSoreness around the genitalsSexually transmitted diseasesPregnancyTorn, stained or bloody underclothingBruisingDepressionFearAnxietyLoss of sleepUnexpected or unexplained change in behaviourEmotional SignsTrueFalseFalseTrueFalseMEDIAMedia's influenceMedia is one of the most effective ways of communicating and reflecting social norms. Unfortunately, when it comes to sexual violence, mainstream media is guilty of promoting ideas and behaviors that sustain a rape-prone culture. Whether it’s confusing violence with passion, seeing women purely as sex objects, or suggesting that sex drive is an out-of-control animal force, TV shows and movies consistently excuse and justify sexual violence.Types of MediaMoviesInternetNewspaperVideo GamesAdvertisementsMedia's influenceSexual violence is often treated with humor. By approaching sexual violence with such a light attitude, The media implies that the issue is not one that deserves respect or attention.Men and Sexual ViolenceMen as victimsAbout 14% of reported rapes involve men or boys, and that 1 in 6 reported sexual assaults is against a boy and 1 in 25 reported sexual assaults is against a man . As with male sexual violence against women, sexual violence against men is motivated by the desire to dominate and use sex as a weapon against the victim. The majority of the perpetrators of sexual violence against men are white, heterosexual men .Effects on menSense of self and concept of "reality" are disrupted.Profound anxiety, depression, fearfulness.Concern about sexual orientation.Development of phobias related to the assault setting.Fear of the worst happening and having a sense of a shortened future.

Withdrawal from interpersonal contact and a heightened sense of alienation.Stress-induced reactions (problems sleeping, increased startle response, being unable to relax).Psychological outcomes can be severe for men because men are socialized to believe that they are immune to sexual assault and because societal reactions to these assaults can be more isolating.Heterosexual Vs Homosexual Male ResponsesHeterosexualHomosexualMay experience a fear that the assault will make them gay.May feel that they are “less of a man.”May feel the crime is “punishment” for their sexual orientation.May worry that the assault affected their sexual orientation.May fear they were targeted because they are gay. This fear may lead to withdrawal from the community.May develop self-loathing related to their sexual orientation.By: